
Cheap Homes for Rent in Brightside Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA from $700 (8 Rentals)
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4726 Earl Gros Ave
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5137 Nicholson Dr

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5236 Brightside View Dr

5131 Nicholson Dr
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1686 Brightside Dr

1720 Brightside Dr
Brightside, Baton Rouge, LA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Brightside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brightside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,265 | $1,000 | $1,795 |
Brightside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,659 | $750 | $2,500 |
Brightside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,203 | $2,060 | $2,490 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Brightside Neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA.
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Cheapest Available Brightside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brightside area of Baton Rouge, LA is a Studio unit found at City View Apartments - Internet Included! priced from $600. Cambridge on the Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Brightside apartments for rent in Baton Rouge, LA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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City View Apartments - Internet Included! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
Cambridge on the Green | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Cambridge Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightside, LA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brightside area is the $0.67 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished Model at The Villas at Riverbend in the in the Louisiana State University neighborhood starting from $1,010. The second greatest value Brightside apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA - TH Model at Wildwood Baton Rouge starting at $1,494 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Louisiana State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brightside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Villas at Riverbend | 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.67 |
Wildwood Baton Rouge | 2BR/2.5BA - TH | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Arlington Cottages and Townhomes | 3 Cottage Upper Deck | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
University Grove | Pelican | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
The Oliver | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
The Establishment | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
Les Chenes | 1 Bed / 1 Bathroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Cambridge Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Camelot Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
City View Apartments - Internet Included! | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brightside
What type of rentals are currently available in Brightside?
There are currently 84 Apartments for Rent in Brightside, LA with pricing that ranges from $415 to $3,700. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brightside ranging from $750 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brightside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brightside ranges from $750 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,518.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brightside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brightside range from $519 to $3,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,060 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $415.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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